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What Causes Persistent Pain In Rib Cage?

Posted on Tue, 19 Jan 2016

Question: I have a pain in my lower back area on the right side. It has been there for over a month but seems to be getting stronger. The pain is right above my hip area and extends from the right side of my back to the rt side and is located below the rib cage If I roll my hips forward it puts more pressure on the area

Answered by Dr. Dr.Albana Sejdini (2 hours later)

Brief Answer:
Following tests are required to determine the right cause of pain...

Detailed Answer:
Hi my dear,

I am sorry for the pain you are feeling in your lower back area.

As the pain :
- has been persisting for over a month
- seems to be getting stronger,

I advise to run further diagnostic tests to determine the right cause:
- abdominal ultrasound
- urine analysis and kidney/liver function tests to rule out respective problems
- X-ray of vertebral spine (lower back area)
- x-ray of hip joint

For the moment, until you see your doctor and run the suggested tests, I advise to:
- take OTC pain-killers like ibuprofen or naproxen
- apply warm clothing locally
- massage can also help
- light exercises of the hip joint and spine

Wish fast recovery!
Dr.Albana

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Above answer was peer-reviewed by : Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar